Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 8:16PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 22, 2026 - 6:16pm
Expires:
May 22, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 816 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 4 miles east of Chalk to 14 miles east of
Guthrie to 8 miles west of O'Brien. Movement was east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Munday, Knox City, Benjamin, Truscott, Gilliland, and Rhineland.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor NOAA Weather
Radio, local radio stations or available television stations for
additional information and possible warnings from the National
Weather Service.
Area Description:
Foard; Knox
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: